Sr Project Manager - HR Technology

Wayne Farms•Oakwood, GA

About The Position

Senior Project Manager – HR Technology Job Summary The Senior Project Manager – HR Technology leads large, enterprise‑wide HR technology and business transformation initiatives. This role owns end‑to-end delivery of complex programs that span multiple teams, systems, and business functions. This is a senior individual contributor role for someone comfortable operating at the executive level, driving delivery discipline, and influencing outcomes without direct authority. You will partner closely with HR, IT, Finance, Operations, and external vendors to ensure initiatives are delivered successfully and aligned to business goals. What You’ll Do Project Delivery & Execution Own delivery of large‑scale HR and HR technology initiatives from project kickoff through stabilization Define scope, objectives, success measures, resourcing plans, and governance structures Build and manage detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, risk and issue logs, and executive‑level reporting Identify and proactively manage risks, dependencies, and interdependencies across multiple workstreams Coordinate system implementation activities, including requirements validation, testing oversight, deployment planning, and business readiness Leadership & Stakeholder Partnership Lead cross‑functional teams across HR, IT, Finance, Operations, and external vendors Facilitate steering committees and deliver clear, concise updates to senior leaders Drive alignment across stakeholders and proactively manage change impacts Hold teams accountable to timelines, scope, and business outcomes while influencing without direct authority Governance & Standards Ensure projects adhere to enterprise governance, compliance, and quality standards Contribute to the ongoing improvement of HR project management and delivery practices What We’re Looking For Experience 8+ years of progressive project management experience, including leadership of enterprise‑level initiatives Proven experience serving as the primary project manager on large, cross‑functional HR or HR technology implementations Hands‑on experience leading complex system implementations such as HCM, Payroll, Time & Attendance, Talent, or integrated platforms Demonstrated ability to partner with executive stakeholders in high‑visibility environments Experience managing project budgets, vendors, and external consulting partners Experience working within structured PMO or governance environments PMP certification preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong command of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid) Excellent influencing skills with the ability to drive alignment without formal authority Ability to translate strategy into clear, executable delivery plans Strong executive communication, presentation, and facilitation skills Solid financial and operational understanding Comfortable navigating ambiguity and complex organizational dynamics Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills Ability to manage multiple high‑priority initiatives at the same time High level of ownership, accountability, and delivery discipline Advanced spreadsheet skills, including Excel & Smart Sheets, for tracking, analysis, and reporting Role Structure This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports Success is driven through leadership, influence, and partnership rather than people management Education Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field preferred An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered Work Environment Typical office environment with extensive computer work Duties may include sitting or standing for extended periods Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions Must adhere to the company’s Code of Conduct and all other policies Safety Follows all departmental and company safety policies and programs Equal Opportunity Employer Wayne‑Sanderson Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. A career that makes an amazing difference starts at Wayne-Sanderson Farms. Formed from two leading poultry companies with humble roots in farm supply and feed manufacturing, Wayne-Sanderson Farms is built on over a century’s worth of industry expertise and excellence in operation. Our family at Wayne-Sanderson Farms is now more than 26,000 team members and over 2,000 family farmers strong, and still growing as the nation’s third largest poultry producer. By starting your career with a leader in the industry, you can develop your skills in a wide variety of operations while enjoying unique benefits such as our professional development opportunities. Make an impact on a global scale by feeding a growing world with Wayne-Sanderson Farms by applying online today.

Requirements

8+ years of progressive project management experience, including leadership of enterprise‑level initiatives
Proven experience serving as the primary project manager on large, cross‑functional HR or HR technology implementations
Hands‑on experience leading complex system implementations such as HCM, Payroll, Time & Attendance, Talent, or integrated platforms
Demonstrated ability to partner with executive stakeholders in high‑visibility environments
Experience managing project budgets, vendors, and external consulting partners
Experience working within structured PMO or governance environments
Strong command of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid)
Excellent influencing skills with the ability to drive alignment without formal authority
Ability to translate strategy into clear, executable delivery plans
Strong executive communication, presentation, and facilitation skills
Solid financial and operational understanding
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and complex organizational dynamics
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
Ability to manage multiple high‑priority initiatives at the same time
High level of ownership, accountability, and delivery discipline
Advanced spreadsheet skills, including Excel & Smart Sheets, for tracking, analysis, and reporting

Nice To Haves

PMP certification preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field preferred
An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered

Responsibilities

Own delivery of large‑scale HR and HR technology initiatives from project kickoff through stabilization
Define scope, objectives, success measures, resourcing plans, and governance structures
Build and manage detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, risk and issue logs, and executive‑level reporting
Identify and proactively manage risks, dependencies, and interdependencies across multiple workstreams
Coordinate system implementation activities, including requirements validation, testing oversight, deployment planning, and business readiness
Lead cross‑functional teams across HR, IT, Finance, Operations, and external vendors
Facilitate steering committees and deliver clear, concise updates to senior leaders
Drive alignment across stakeholders and proactively manage change impacts
Hold teams accountable to timelines, scope, and business outcomes while influencing without direct authority
Ensure projects adhere to enterprise governance, compliance, and quality standards
Contribute to the ongoing improvement of HR project management and delivery practices